Medical Director - Pancreas Care Center (PCC)

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The Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is seeking a pediatric gastroenterologist specialized in pancreatology, for the Medical Director position of our Pancreas Care Center (PCC). The ideal candidate would be at the associate professor or professor level, ideally with pancreas specific training and a pancreas-focused clinical interest. Interventional endoscopists are welcome and encouraged to apply, however this is not a requirement for the position.

The team comprises talented physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, nurses, and support staff from a multi-disciplinary team structure that bridges across departments and divisions from gastroenterology, surgery, endocrinology, transplant administration, radiology, pain services and others. As the first pediatric Pancreas Center of Excellence accredited by the National Pancreas Foundation, we have served patients and families from over 40 states and internationally. The candidate will work closely with Dr. Maisam Abu-El-Haija, Founding Director of the PCC to achieve the center’s goals and advance our mission. The team currently consists of five gastroenterology pancreatology experts who contribute to a robust clinical and research infrastructure. The team offers all needed services to pancreas patients, including advanced endoscopy interventions by the Interventional Endoscopy center (IntEc) spearheaded by Drs. Vitale and Sprague, and surgical procedures including a high volume of Total Pancreatectomy Islet Autotransplantation (TPIAT) procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Program Development:
• Serve as the clinical leader for the Pancreas Care Center, working closely with the other disciplines to advance patient management.
• Develop and implement clinical protocols and pathways to enhance patient outcomes and streamline care delivery.
• Collaborate with the center director, and the other divisions leaders to ensure appropriate resource allocation for program sustainability and growth.

Patient Care/ Education/ Research:

• Lead multi-disciplinary team to provide family centered care.
• Coordinate care across the disciplines for the pancreas patients.
• Foster an environment of excellence in education by teaching and mentoring residents and fellows.
• Support and lead research efforts to advance patient management.

Job Qualifications:

• M.D., D.O., or equivalent degree
• Current active medical license issued by the State of Ohio or eligible for license
• Appropriate medical credentialing through the Medical Staff Services offices
• Completion of all required pre-employment activities
• Associate Professor or Professor appointment or eligibility required
• Generally, requires a minimum of five years of service at the Assistant Professor rank
• Board certification in Pediatric Gastroenterology
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in gastroenterology with a focus on pancreatology and track record of excellence and innovation.
• Demonstrated leadership and experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong commitment to patient care, education, and research.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven ability to collaborate across specialties and departments to achieve common goals.
• Strong academic background with a history of publications in the field of pediatric gastroenterology and/or pancreatology.
• In addition to joining the PCC, the candidate will join a well-rounded Gastroenterology division comprised of faculty with broad expertise across diverse GI conditions and an active research portfolio. The candidate will have protected time for leadership and have access to resources within the division and the center that are essential parts of the success in this role.

About Cincinnati, a jewel in the Midwest!

• Offers the allure of a larger metropolis while maintaining charm and small-town character
• Diverse economy (9 Fortune 500 & 15 Fortune 1000 companies based here)
• Top-ranked public, private, Montessori and faith-based schools
• Home to 3 major league sports teams and the Flying Pig Marathon
• Vibrant arts and theatre scene
• World-class dining options, historic architecture, beautiful parks, and countless family-friendly opportunities

Candidates interested in this opportunity should submit a letter or email of interest along with a current CV to:

Maisam Abu-El-Haija, MD, MS, Founding Director, Pancreas Care Center, Maisam.haija@cchmc.org

Vincent Mukkada, MD, Medical Director, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and nutrition, Vincent.mukkada@cchmc.org

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s. 

 Cincinnati Children's is: 

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10  best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years 

• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding 

• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers  (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025) 

• One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune 

• Consistently certified as great place to work 

• A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability 

• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) 

 We Embrace Innovation—Together.  We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.

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Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability